Desperados: Wanted Dead or Alive on Steam - User reviews, Price & Information

"Desperados: Wanted Dead or Alive" is the first strategy game ever to combine a movie-based and story-driven atmosphere of an adventure game with the intellectual challenge of a real time tactic game.In this western-style title, discover a game of strategy and tactics played out in exceptional real time.

Desperados: Wanted Dead or Alive is a strategy, western and tactical game developed by Spellbound and published by THQ Nordic.
Released on November 20th 2013 is available on Windows, MacOS and Linux in 6 languages: English, French, Italian, German, Spanish - Spain and Russian.

It has received 2,212 reviews of which 1,942 were positive and 270 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. 😎

The game is currently priced at 4.99€ on Steam.


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System requirements

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Windows
  • OS *: Windows XP/7/8/10 (32 or 64 bit)
  • Processor: 1 GHz Processor
  • Memory: 256 MB RAM
  • Graphics: 3D graphics card compatible with OpenGL 3.1
MacOS
  • OS: OSX: 10.7 Lion
  • Processor: CPU 1 GHz
  • Memory: 256 MB RAM
  • Graphics: OpenGL 2.0 compatible
  • Storage: 2 GB available space
Linux
  • OS: Ubuntu and SteamOS
  • Processor: Intel 1.4 GHz
  • Memory: 256 MB RAM
  • Graphics: 3D graphics card compatible with OpenGL 3.1
  • Storage: 2 GB available space
  • Additional Notes: Requires: 32 bit architecture, SDL 2.0 32 bit

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Feb. 2025
I played this at its original release which makes it fantastic. When I found that they built Linux compatible version of it. I bought it as nostalgia, but I admitted that it is still fantastic. Graphic details after over 20 years is unbelievably great. I recommended as they do not build this type game again which you buy a game and it is enough and no more money is needed.
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Feb. 2025
Perfect old school game! It's low price for the value it provides. If you are into Commandos or 2,5D games, cowboys and good story + gameplay - This is the game to try and beat for under 20 hours. Replayable too when you start loving the game.
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Nov. 2024
This game so awesome! It was my all time favorite 2D RTS game, still is now. Cause I'am a big fan of westerns. I had so much fun playing with it back then.
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July 2024
Desperados: Wanted Dead or Alive is a stealth based strategy game that makes you really think before doing anything, one wrong move and you're dead. The wild west setting of the game is so refreshing and for such an old game, the graphics aren't that bad and the dialogues between the characters is entertaining. Despite being somehow difficult with some levels that might take more than an hour to finish, it is still a decent game. If you like western tactical games then Desperados is for you.
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July 2024
This game captures the essence of the Wild Wild West with its gripping strategy gameplay and authentic atmosphere. You'll navigate through tactical puzzles using a diverse cast of characters, each with unique abilities. Despite its aging graphics, the game's immersive storyline and unique gameplay make it a standout in the genre. Whether you're planning ambushes or unraveling a captivating narrative, Desperados delivers an unforgettable journey through the rugged landscapes of the Old West. https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3277010204 https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3278526481
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Desperados: Wanted Dead or Alive
8.4
1,942
270
Online players
28
Developer
Spellbound
Publisher
THQ Nordic
Release 20 Nov 2013
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